St. Mary's Catholic Church, Catholic church building in Medora, United States
St. Mary's is a Catholic church building in Medora, North Dakota, built in 1884 by Peter Book, the builder who also constructed the Von Hoffman House. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977. A metal plate on the church states that it was built by the Marquise de Morès, wife of the Marquis de Morès.
St. Mary's Catholic Church was built in 1884 by Peter Book, the builder who also constructed the Von Hoffman House. A metal plate on the church states that it was built by the Marquise de Morès, wife of the Marquis de Morès. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977.
The building holds its original first four pews and altar, reflecting the space's importance to the region's Catholic community. Visitors can sense the devotion tied to its founding when walking through the interior.
The church is located near the Rough Riders Hotel, making it easy to visit multiple historic sites within walking distance. Its downtown position allows visitors to explore the area and see other local attractions without needing to travel far.
A metal plate on the church states that it was built by the Marquise de Morès, wife of the Marquis de Morès, while records credit builder Peter Book, who also constructed the Von Hoffman House. The two attributions sit side by side on the same building.
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